South Carolina has become a popular destination for retirees and remote workers, with Charleston and the Upstate driving demand. Low property taxes of 0.57% make monthly housing costs quite reasonable.
Recommended for incomes above $80k/yr (28% DTI rule)
South Carolina property taxes
South Carolina's 4% homestead assessment ratio for primary residences (vs. 6% for investment property) provides meaningful tax savings for owner-occupants.
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